Spend a day in Karlovy Vary tasting mineral springs, watching Moser glassblowers, and wandering colonnades. This guided day trip from Prague includes lunch and free time to explore the spa city’s landmarks.
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You step off a coach into a ribbon of steam and stone: the Teplá River threads through Karlovy Vary, wicker tables and colonnades framing spouts that burble mineral water into ornate cups. The walk begins on cobblestones beneath an arc of 19th-century steel and neo-Renaissance colonnades, where locals sip and tourists probe the temperatures with cupped hands.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
9 hours
Fitness Level
Light walking on cobbles and short stairs; suitable for travelers in average health who can stand and walk for several hours.
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History
Karlovy Vary was founded after Charles IV supposedly discovered the hot springs in the 14th century and developed into a spa town famed for its healing waters and glassmaking.
Conservation
The springs are sensitive to overuse—stay on designated paths, avoid littering, and use refillable bottles to reduce waste while visiting the colonnades.
Reserve your spot on the Karlovy Vary day trip from Prague with lunch today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring your passport
A valid passport is required for the tour—carry it in a secure pocket since you'll be moving between coach and walking segments.
Wear sturdy shoes
Cobblestones and short flights of stairs make comfortable, grippy footwear important for the walking tour and free time.
Hydrate and taste sparingly
The thermal waters are mineral-rich—sip small amounts at spouts and keep a refillable bottle to stay hydrated between tastings.
Plan for photos and fragile purchases
If you buy Moser glass, bring protective packing or plan to ship purchases; schedule quiet photos early or late to avoid crowds.
Sturdy walking shoes
Provides traction on cobblestones and comfort during the walking tour.
Passport or valid ID
Required for booking/boarding and recommended to carry during the tour.
Light rain jacket
Spring showers and changeable weather make a packable jacket useful.
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Refillable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated between mineral-water tastings and reduces plastic waste.
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